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Ohms Law Wheel

This chart shows four ways to figure each value:
Amps (1), Volts (E), Ohms (R), or Watts (W)

Example:
A 4800 watt electric heat element is connected to a 240 volt circuit.
How many Amps (1) does it draw?
Solution:
Locate Amps section of chart-
Watts (W) = Amps (1)
Volts (E)
Thus 4800 / 240 = 20Amps. Carried further, what is the resistance?
Volts(²) (E²) = Ohms (R) 240 x 240 / 4800 = 12 Ohms
Watts (W)

February 20th, 2010

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Single Phase Heating Element Conversion

Single Phase Heating Element Conversion Chart

240 Volts 208 Volts 120 Volts
6000 Watts 4500 Watts 1500 Watts
5000 Watts 3750 Watts 1250 Watts
4000 Watts 3000 Watts 1000 Watts
3000 Watts 2250 Watts 750 Watts
2500 Watts 1875 Watts 625 Watts
2000 Watts 1500 Watts 500 Watts

Always use a higher voltage element to replace a lower voltage element.
To calculate the wattage at a lower voltage see formula’s below.

Convert 480V to 240V, Multiply wattage at 480V times 25%.
Convert 240V to 208V, Multiply wattage at 240V times 75%.
Convert 240V to 120V, Multiply wattage at 240V times 25%.
Convert 208V to 120V, Multiply wattage at 208V times 33%.
For use in single phase 60hz. applications only.

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Volume-Weight Conversions

Volume-Weight Conversions wt. lbs.

1 Cubic Foot of Water 62.4*
1 Cubic Inch of Water 0.0361*
1 Gallon of Water 8.33*
1 Cubic Foot of Air .075+
1 Cubic Inch of Steel 0.284
1 Cubic Foot of Brick (Building) 112-120
1 Cubic Foot of Concrete 120-140
1 Cubic Foot of Earth 70-120
* at 32° F
+ at 70° F. -29.92″ Hg.

Volume-Weight Conversions Wt. Kilograms

1 Cubic Foot of Water 28.3*
1 Cubic Inch of Water 0.0164*
1 Gallon of Water 3.788
1 Cubic Foot of Air 0.034+
1 Cubic Inch of Steel 0.1288
1 Cubic Foot of Brick (Building) 51-54
1 Cubic Foot of Concrete 54-64
1 Cubic Foot of Earth 32-54
* at 32° F
+ at 70° F. -29.92″ Hg.

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To Convert Pressure

To Convert Pressure (at 32° F)

From To Multiply By
Inches of Water Pounds per Sq. Inch 0.03612
Pounds per Sq. Inch Inches of Water 27.686
Feet of Water Pounds o Sq. Inch 0.4334
Pounds per Sq. Inch Feet of Water 2.307
Inches of Mercury Pounds per Sq. Inch 0.4912
Pounds per Sq. Inch Inches of Mercury 2.036
Atmospheres Pounds per Sq. Inch 14.696
Pounds per Sq. Inch Atmospheres 0.06804

To Convert Pressure (at 32° F) – English to Metric

From To Multiply By
Inches of Water Newton/Sq. Meter 249.082
Pounds per Sq. Inch Newton/Sq. Meter 6894.8
Feet of Water Newton/Sq. Meter 2988.98
Pounds per Sq. Inch Kilograms/Sq. Cent 0.07031
Inches of Mercury Newton/Sq. Meter 3386.4
Pounds per Sq. Inch Dyne/Sq. Cent. 68948.0
Atmospheres Newton/Sq. Meter 101325.0
Pascal Newton/Sq. Meter 1.0

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English to Metric Conversion Factors

English Conversion Factors & Data

To Convert Measurements

From To Multiply By
Cubic Feet Cubic Inches 1728.
Cubic Inches Cubic Feet 0.00058
Cubic Feet Gallons 7.480
Gallons Cubic Feet 0.1337
Cubic Inches Gallons 0.00433
Gallons Cubic Inches 231.
Barrels Gallons 42.
Gallons Barrels 0.0238
Imperial Gallons U.S. Gallons 1.2009
U.S. Gallons Imperial Gallons 0.8326
Feet Inches 12.
Inches Feet 0.0833
Square Feet Square Inches 144.
Square Inches Square Feet 0.00695
Short Tons Pounds 2000.
Liters U.S. Gallons 0.2642

To Convert Measurements

From To Multiply By
Cubic Feet Cubic Centimeters 28317.0
Cubic Inches Cubic Centimeters 16.387
Cubic Feet Liters 28.32
Gallons Liters 3.7854
Cubic Inches Liters 0.0164
Gallons Cubic Centimeters 3785.4
Barrels Cubic Meters 1.0551
Imperial Gallons Cubic Meters 0.0045461
U.S. Gallons Cubic Meters 0.0037854
Feet Meters 0.3048
Inches Meters 0.0254
Square Feet Square Meters 0.0929
Square Inches Square Centimeters 6.452
Ton (Short, 2000 lb.) Kilograms 907.2
Liter Cubic Meters 0.001
Pounds Kilograms 0.45359

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English to Metric Power Conversion Charts

To Convert Power – English

From To Multiply By
Horsepower Metric Horsepower 1.014
Horsepower Ft./Power per Minute 33000.
Horsepower Kilowatts 0.746
Kilowatts Horsepower 1.3404
British Thermal Units Foot/Pounds 778.177
Foot/Pounds British Thermal Units 0.001285
British Thermal Units Horsepower Hours 0.0003927
Horsepower Hours British Thermal Units 2544.1
British Thermal Units Kilowatt Hours 0.0002928
Kilowatt Hours British Thermal Units 3415.
Watt Hours British Thermal Units 3.415

To Convert Energy, Heat and Power – English to Metric

From To Multiply By
Horsepower Watt 745.7
British Thermal Units Joule 1054.35
Foot-Pounds Joule 1.3558
British Thermal Units Calorie 252.0
British Thermal Units Watt-Second 1054.35
Watt-Second Joule 1.0
Calorie Joule 4.184
Watt-Hours Joule 3600.0
Kilocalorie/Minute Watt 69.73
Ton (Refrigeration) Watt 3516.8
BTU/Hour Watt 0.29288
BTU/In/Hr. Ft.(2) ° F Watt/Meter K 0.14413
BTU/Hr. at 10° F TD Kcal/Hr. at 6° C. TD 0.252
BTU/Hr. at 15° F TD Kcal/Hr. at 8° C. TD 0.252

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Washing Machine Fault Codes

Fault codes can and do vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, even between models from the same manufacturer these codes may well be different. This guide is designed only as a generalized guide and is not intended to replace your owners manual, if you have problems always check the owners manual first, it may well have the information you need and will be specific to your Appliance. We assume no responsibility for any action you may undertake as a result of using this guide.

Asko
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“F1” Water supply/low water fill · Check water supply to machine
· Replace water inlet valve
“F2” Water level too high · Plugged/Bad water pump
· Faulty water valve
“F3” Pump problem Check pump trap and clean.
“F4” Thermistor problem · Open thermistor, replace
· Bad wiring to thermistor
“F5” Fault in thermal cutout or heating pause fault. Selected temperature not reached in 90 minutes · Check heating element
· Check thermostat
“F6” Motor fault · Check wiring to motor
· Replace motor if necessary
“F7” Door lock release fault · Bent pull-rod for door latch
· Bad door latch solenoid
“00 00” Machine did not spin Check load for out of balance Redistribute load and restart
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GE
WSL Model Washing Machine
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“IE”
– Water level sensor error		 Water sensor fails to send signal for longer than 5 seconds. Press POWER button. No other buttons work:
· Check wiring harness
· Check pressure sensor switch
· Check circuit board
“7E”
– Water supply error		 No frequency change for 60 minutes from water supply. Press POWER button. No other buttons work:
· Check wiring harness
· Check water valve· Check pressure sensor switch
· Check circuit board
“E”
– Drain pump error		 Water level does not decrease to reset point within 15 minutes from draining water from the washer. Press POWER button. No other buttons work:
· Check wiring harness
· Check pump motor
· Check circuit board
“dE”
– Lid open error		 Lid is open during wash cycle. Close lid.
· Check wiring harness
· Check lid switch
· Check unbalance switch
· Check circuit board
“UE”
– Unbalance switch error		 Unbalanced load is sensed three times during a spin operation. Open lid. Rebalance laundry load and close lid.
· Check wiring harness
· Check unbalance switch
· Check circuit board
“OE”
– Water overflow error		 Water supply does not stop after sensing an overflow condition. Turn off household water supply to washer and unplug power cord.
· Check wiring harness
· Check water inlet valve
· Check pressure sensor switch
· Check circuit board
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LG
Washer Fault Codes
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“IE” Water inlet error. Cause : Correct water level (246) is not reached within 8 minutes after water is supplied or it does not reach the preset water level within 25 minutes Ensure your taps supplying the washing machine are turned on.
“UE” Imbalance error. Cause : The load is to small, the appliance is tilted, laundry is gathered to one side, non distributed things are put into the drum. Move the washing around inside the washing machine to create a more even distribution of weight
“OE” Drain error. Cause: not fully drained within 10 minutes Check there isn’t a kink in your drain hose, ensure the filter is clean, the drain hose can become clogged with sludge, sometimes a hot wash with 1/2 a cup of vinegar will remove this sludge
“FE” Over flow error. Cause: water is overflowing (water level frequency is over (213) When FE is diplayed the drain will pump out automatically.
“PE” Pressure sensor error. Cause: the sensor switch assembly is out of order.
“dE” Door open error. Cause: door not all the way closed, loose electrical connections at door switch and pwb assembly.The door switch assembly is out of order. Gasket on door maybe creased in. Try opening and closing the door, sheck to see the gasket isn’t jamming
“[-E” Heating error. Cause: the thermistor is out of order.
CE Over current error. Cause: Main PWB assembly is out of order, Winding in the stator assembly is short circuited.
LE Locked motor error. Cause: The connector (3-pin), male,white) in the motor harness is not connected to the connector. (3-pin,female,white) of stator assembly. Or the electrical contact between the connectors. (3-pin,male,white) in the motor harness and 4-pin,female,white connector in the main PWB assembly is bad or unstable. Or the motor harness between the stator assembly and main PWB assembly is cut (open circuit) Or the hall sensor is out of order/defective.
bE Ball sensor error. Cause : Loose ball sensor connector,ball is out of order. This is displayed only when the start / pause button is first pressed in the OC test mode.
EE (EEprom error) Cause: EEprom is out order. Displayed only when the start / pause button is first pressed in the OC test mode.
PF Power failure. Cause : the washer experienced a power failure.
E1 Leakage error. Cause : water leakage in hose connections. Water is leaked by damages.
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MAYTAG
Stackable A/W and Dryer Fault Codes
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“L” persists in washer display Lid lock failure Replace switch, linkage, lock solenoid or control board.
“U” occurs for no reason in display Unbalanced load Unbalance switch or control board
“1E” persists in washer display Lid lock failure Replace lid lock switch or control board.
“6E” appears in dryer display Temp control error Ambient (room) temperature too cool, -or-
· thermistor
· wire harness
· control board
“7E” appears in dryer display Temp control error – overheating Check:
· venting for restriction
· thermistor
· control board
· cycling thermostat (regular)
“8E” appears in dryer display Motor relay circuit Check:
· relay coil
· wire harness or
· control board
“9E” appears in dryer display Door switch failure Check door switch wiring or door switch or control board
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Sears / Kenmore
Sears are a department store not a manufacturer, they contract other manufacturers to build the appliances for them and these are then sold under the Sears/ Kenmore brand.

To find who made your appliance, check the first three digits of your model number against the list below and this will give you the manufacturer of your appliance.
Amana Caloric D&M Fedders
596.####### 174.#######
960.#######		 587.####### 484.#######
GE Gibson Jenn Air Kelvinator
362.#######
363.#######		 253.####### 629.####### 417.#######
628.#######
662.#######
Litton Maycor Roper Speed Queen
747.####### 925.####### 103.#######
155.#######
647.#######
835.#######
911.#######		 651.#######
Tappan Toshiba WCI Whirlpool
791.####### 562.####### 790.####### 106.#######
110.#######
198.#######
562.#######
665.#######
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WHIRLPOOL
Duet & Duet HT
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“F/H” No water detected entering machine or Pressure switch trip not detected.

If after 30 seconds the control does not detect water entering machine and then valves will be turned off and the error code will be displayed.

Or

If the control has turned the water valves on and after 8 minutes the flow meter has detected 10.5 gallons of water passing through it, but has not detected the pressure switch trip, the valves will be turned off and the error code will flash.

 Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice to clear the display.

  • If there is no water in the unit:
    1. Make sure that both valves at the water source(s) are turned on all the way.
    2. Check for plugged or kinked inlet hoses or plugged screens in the inlet valves
    3. Check inlet valve operation
  • If there is water in the unit:
    1. Check Drain pump operation
    2. Pressure Switch Hose is in good condition and properly connected to Tub and Pressure switch
  • Check there is not a siphon problem
  • Check wire harness connections to:Inlet Valves, Pressure Switch, Drain Pump, Flow Meter, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check all hoses for possible leaks
  • Check pressure switch operation
  • Check flow meter operation
  • Check CCU operation
“F/02” Long Drain

If the drain time exceeds 8 minutes, the water valves are turned off and “F/02” is flashed.

NOTE: After 4 minutes the “Sud” error will be displayed, then 4 minutes later the F02 error code will be displayed.

 Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice to clear the display.

  • Check the drain hose and make sure it is not plugged or kinked.
  • Check the electrical connections at the pump and make sure the pump is running.
  • Check the drain pump filter for foreign objects.
  • If the above does not correct the problem, replace the pump.
“F/05” Water Temperature Sensor Error

If during the water heating step in wash cycle, the water temperature sensor (NTC) value is out of range, or the heating element circuit has failed, the “F/05” error code will be displayed.
  • Check the Water Temperature Sensor, Heating Element and Element Relay
  • Check connections to the Sensor, Heating Element and Relay
“F/06” Drive Motor Tachometer Error

The control is unable to properly detect motor speed and the machine will shut down. If a failure occurs during high-speed spin, the door will be unlocked after 3 minutes.
  • Check wire harness connections between the Drive Motor/Tachometer and the Motor Control Unit (MCU), and between the MCU and the Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check the Drive Motor
  • Check the MCU
  • Check the Wire Harness
“F/07” Motor Control Unit Error

The Central Control Unit has detected a short in the motor control unit. If a failure occurs during high-speed spin, the door will be unlocked after 3 minutes.
  • Check wire harness connections between the Drive Motor and the Motor Control Unit (MCU), and between the MCU and the Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check the MCU
  • Check the Drive Motor
  • Check the Wire Harness
“F/09” Overflow Condition

If the Overflow contact on the pressure switch is Closed for more than 60 seconds and Overflow condition will occur. In an Overflow condition, the Door will remain locked, and the Drain Pump will run constantly, even if PAUSE/CANCEL is pressed twice and the Display is cleared. Unplug the unit to service.
  • Check the drain hose and make sure it is not plugged or inked.
  • Check Wire Harness connectors to the Drain Pump, Pressure Switch, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check/Clean Drain Pump Filter of foreign objects
  • Check for Drain Pump Failure
  • Check the Inlet Valve for proper shut off
  • Check the Pressure switch for proper operation
“F/10” Motor Control Unit (MCU) Heat Sink Thermal Trip

If the thermal protector on the MCU heat sink gets too hot, it will open the thermal protector on the heat sink which will stop motor functions and an “F/10” will be displayed.
  • Check for Proper Installation, verify the unit is not located near a source of heat and has proper ventilation.
  • Check Wire Harness connectors to the MCU, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check the Drive system for any worn or failed components
  • Check MCU
  • Check Motor
“F/11” Serial Communication Error

Communication between the Central Control Unit (CCU) and the Motor Control Unit (MCU) cannot be sent correctly.
  • Check Wire Harness connectors to the MCU, the motor, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check the Drive system for any worn or failed components
  • Check MCU
  • Check CCU
  • Check Motor
  • Check Wire Harness
“F/13” Dispenser Circuit Error

If the dispenser motor is not able to be driven to it’s proper position.
  • Check mechanical linkage from dispenser motor to the top of the dispenser.
  • Check Wire Harness connections to the dispenser motor and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check Dispenser Motor
“F/14” EEPROM Error

The Central Condrol Unit (CCU) receives it’s data from an EEPROMonboard the CCU. If there is an error reading this data, it will cuse this error.
  • A power glitch may cause this error. Try unplugging the Unit for two minutes to see if that fixes the error.
  • Check CCU
“F/15” Motor Control Unit (MCU) Error

If the MCU detects multiple resets or errors during a wash cycle, it will go into this error mode.
  • Check Wire Harness connectors to the MCU, the motor, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check Drive belt
  • Check MCU
  • Check Motor
  • Check Wire Harness
“Sud” SUDS LOCK (Overdose of Detergent detected during the Wash Cycle)

The motor control unit senses a suds lock condition by analyzing the current draw on the drive motor. If “Sud” is displayed a potential suds lock is detected. This may signify a bad pump, an extra heavy load, excessive detergent, or excessive suds.
  • If too much detergent was used, run the unit through a Rinse/Spin cycle, then a Normal cycle, without adding any detergent. This should clear the unit of the excess detergent.
  • Check the drain hose and make sure it is not plugged or kinked.
  • Check Wire Harness connectors to the Drain Pump, Pressure Switch, and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Check/Clean Drain Pump Filter of foreign objects
  • Check Drain Pump
  • Check Pressure Switch
  • Check CCU
“F/dL” Door Lock Error

A Door Lock Error occurs if the door cannot be unlocked. It will try to lock it 6 times before displaying the error.
  • Door Lock Mechanism broken or removed from the Door
  • Check Door Lock/Switch Assembly
  • Check the wire harness connections to the Door Lock/Switch Assembly and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Door Lock/Switch Assembly Failure
“F/dU” Door Unlock Error

A Door Unlock Error occurs if the door cannot be unlocked. It will try to unlock the door 6 times before displaying the error.
  • Door Lock Mechanism broken.
  • Check Door Lock/Switch Assembly for foreign objects
  • Check Wire Harness connections to the Door Lock/Switch Assembly and Central Control Unit (CCU)
  • Door Lock/Switch Assembly Failure
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WHIRLPOOL Calypso Washing Machine
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“PF” Power Failure “PF” flashes if the washer loses power during a running cycle. The washer does not flash “PF” when it is first plugged in.
Press START to continue the cycle from the moment that power was lost

-OR-

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display and completely cancel the cycle.
“FL” Flood Condition “FL” flashes if any overfill condition occurs. This condition occurs when excessive water in the tub causes the overfill switch to trip. The control must realize that the trip was due to an overfill condition instead of a suds lack condition in order for “FL” to be displayed
With an overfill condition, the beeper repeats a warning every 10 seconds with no time-out. The pump is cycled in drain mode for 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off until the overfill switch resets or power is discontinued to the unit.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“Er” Processor Reset Error This error code is displayed if the control failed to save cycle information during a power failure. This does not generate an error code beep.

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“LF” Long Fill If the water fill time exceeds ten minutes, the water valves are turned off and “LF” is flashed.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“CE” Communications Error If there is any breakdown in communication between the machine controller and the motor controller, “CE” flashes and the unit beeps once.
Some common causes of “CE” errors include:
·Conformal coating on serial communications pins between the machine controller and motor controller. After disconnecting power to the unit, try scraping this coating off the pins.
· Check the resistance values between the serial communications pins with the connectors in place. Make sure the harness does not have a bad connection.
· Check the quick disconnect at the motor terminal. The drive motor must be hooked up properly or a “CE” error will occur.
· Drive motor thermal protector has opened.
·Motor controller is not powered or fuse has opened. Replace motor controller.

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“Ld” Long Drain “Ld” flashes if it takes longer than 5 minutes to pump out water to a point where the operating pressure switch resets.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“CA”
“Cl”		 Average current limit Or
Instantaneous current limit		 If a status signal comes back from the motor controller that a current limit has been breached, the unit will return to standby mode and display either “CA” for average current limit trip or “Cl” for instantaneous current limit trip.
Average current trip occurs if there is a 2 second average of current draw greater than 5.55 amps at the motor windings.
Instantaneous current trip occurs if there is a spike of 26 amps instantly at the motor windings.
This may signify problems with the drive motor, thermal protector, or motor controller. Over-loading the unit may cause this problem.
Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display
“ob” Off Balance If the motor controller detects an unrecoverable off-balance condition, the machine controller will shut down and display an “ob” for Off Balance
The lid switch must be opened at least once before restarting the cycle, if this condition occurs. Opening the lid will allow the customer to view and redistribute the load.

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“Sr” Stuck Relay “Sr” signifies a failure of the relay in the closed position. With this failure, power to the motor controller cannot be turned off by the machine controller.
The machine control board may have a bad relay and may need to be replaced. Check pins 1 and 5 of P16 of the machine controller and pins 1 and 2 of P1 of the motor controller. This should have AC line voltage when the motor controller is powered.

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
“LS” Lid Switch Error The control should flash this error code if it cannot detect the lid switch opening and closing properly. This error code may also be used if there is a disagreement between the motor and machine controllers on the stat if the lid switch. The control should not allow the unit to run in this condition.
This code will also appear if the user presses the START key while the lid is open.

Open the lid or press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.
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Posted In: Washing Machines

Range Fault Codes

Fault codes can and do vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, even between models from the same manufacturer these codes may well be different. This guide is designed only as a generalized guide and is not intended to replace your owners manual, if you have problems always check the owners manual first, it may well have the information you need and will be specific to your Appliance. We assume no responsibility for any action you may undertake as a result of using this guide.

Tips for dealing with and checking some common problems

Checking/Testing oven temperature sensor
Checking/Testing Fuses
Checking the cause of the F1 error

AMANA – CALORIC
Display Condition Repair
Door flashing #0,1,2,3 Latch switch broken Replace
lock flashing Latch switch broken Replace
F 0 Loss of safety signal Replace adapter board
F 1 Watchdog circuit Replace ERC
F 2 Oven too hot Check sensor -1100 Ω
F3 F4 Open or shorted sensor Replace sensor
F7 Shorted touch panel Replace glass panel
F9 Motorized door Check latch
FF Lock error Check switch and motor
ERC III / Relay board with separate board / push buttons
F0 Shorted push pad Replace push pad
F1 Faulty ERC Replace ERC
F2 Oven too hot Check sensor 1100 Ω
F3 F4 Shorted or open sensor Replace oven temperature sensor
F5,F6,F8 Faulty ERC Replace ERC
F7 Shorted or sticking button check glass alignment
F9 Door latch failure replace
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FRIGIDAIRE
Display Condition Repair
F0 & F1 EOC failure Replace EOC
F2 Oven too hot Defective Sensor or EOC (Electronic Oven Control)
F3 Oven Sensor Open Replace Oven Sensor
F4 Oven Sensor Shorted Replace Oven Sensor
F5,6,7 EOC failure Replace EOC
F8 Lock Switches Check or Replace
F9 Control has detected a problem with the motor door latch assembly Check wiring, replace the motor door latch assembly is necessary
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General Electric – Hotpoint – RCA
Fault Codes ( Older )
Display Condition Repair
F0 and F1 Failed Thermistor Control Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F2 Oven Temp Exceeds 590 ° F
with unlocked door		 High resistance or interference in sensor (Probably a bad sensor)
Replace sensor
F3 Open sensor circuit Measure, should be approx. 1100 Ω
(Faulty sensor or open sensor fuse)
F7 – A Function pad button stuck Unstick Button
F7 – B Bad clock Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F8 Electrical Component failure within ERC Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F9 Problem with door circuit Check Wiring and test operation of door switch
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General Electric – Hotpoint – RCA
Fault Codes ( New – 1999 to today)
Display Condition Repair
FFF Control Error, Failed EEPROM Replace Control
FC Door Lock circuit Check Wiring and test operation of switches
FF Door motor safety circuit Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F0 or F7 Shorted Clear/Off Key
due to membrane switch,
Control or connector		 Shorted key panel membrane switch
Check ERC
F2
During Bake		 Control senses oven
temp above 615 ° F		 High resistance connection in sensor circuit.
Check ERC- Welded bake relay contacts.
F2
During Clean		 Control senses oven temp
Above 915 ° F		 High resistance connection in sensor circuit.
ERC- Welded clean relay contacts.
Both lock switch 1 & 2 closed at the same time.
Check cooling fan in the consol and cooling fan screen
F3 Open sensor, Sensor resistance exceeds 2900 Ω during Bake, Broil or Clean Check oven temperature sensor and oven temperature sensor circuit connections
F4 Shorted sensor, sensor resistance less than 2900 Ω during Bake, Broil or Clean Check oven temperature sensor and oven temperature sensor circuit connections
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Sears / Kenmore
Sears are a department store not a manufacturer, they contract other manufacturers to build the appliances for them and these are then sold under the Sears/ Kenmore brand.

To find who made your appliance, check the first three digits of your model number against the list below and this will give you the manufacturer of your appliance.
Amana Caloric D&M Fedders
596.####### 174.#######
960.#######		 587.####### 484.#######
GE Gibson Jenn Air Kelvinator
362.#######
363.#######		 253.####### 629.####### 417.#######
628.#######
662.#######
Litton Maycor Roper Speed Queen
747.####### 925.####### 103.#######
155.#######
647.#######
835.#######
911.#######		 651.#######
Tappan Toshiba WCI Whirlpool
791.####### 562.####### 790.####### 106.#######
110.#######
198.#######
562.#######
665.#######
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TAPPAN
Display Condition Repair
F0 & F1 EOC failure Replace EOC
F2 Oven too hot Defective Sensor or EOC (Electronic Oven Control)
F3 Oven Sensor Open Replace Oven Sensor
F4 Oven Sensor Shorted Replace Oven Sensor
F5,6,7 EOC failure Replace EOC
F8 Lock Switches Check or Replace
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WESTINGHOUSE – GIBSON
Display Condition Repair
F0 & F1 EOC failure Replace EOC
F2 Oven too hot Defective Sensor or EOC (Electronic Oven Control)
F3 Oven Sensor Open Replace Oven Sensor
F4 Oven Sensor Shorted Replace Oven Sensor
F5,6,7 EOC failure Replace EOC
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MAYTAG – MAGIC CHEF – JENNAIR – ADMIRAL
Display Condition Repair
F1 Defective touch pad or membrane To determine which component is at fault, disconnect ribbon strip. If NO fault code, replace membrane, otherwise replace ERC
F1 Faulty ERC
F2 Oven too hot Replace relay board (if present) or oven temperature sensor (should be 1100Ω )
F3 Open sensor Replace oven temperature sensor
F4 Shorted sensor Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 Hardware and safety
circuits disagree		 Replace ERC
F6 Missing AC signal Check power plug
F7 Function key shorted Replace touch pad
F8 A/D converter Replace ERC
F9 Door latch Check door lock circuit
F0 Function key stuck Replace touch pad
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WHIRLPOOL – KITCHENAID
NOTE: Not valid for Y line. If there is a Y near the end of your model number, do not use this chart.
Display Condition Repair
2 Digit Display
F0 or F1 or F5 Failed transistor Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F2 Oven temp too high 1. Test operation of door lock on self-clean models.
2. Test relay contact operation
3. High resistance in sensor (should be about. 1100 Ω)
F3 Open sensor or thermal fuse Replace sensor or thermal fuse
F4 Shorted sensor Replace sensor
F6 Problem in time keeping circuit 1. Reset time and/or cooking operation
2. Check for proper ground
F7 Stuck function switch or button on ERC Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F8 Failure of ERC Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control )
F9 Door lock circuit Check wiring and test operation of door lock switch
4 Digit Display
FO – E0 Analog to Digital
Failure		 Disconnect for 30
seconds- if display
re-appears- replace
control
F1 – E1 Safety flip flop Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control / Clock)
F2 – E0 Shorted keypad Replace
F3 – E0 Sensor or sensor fuse opened Replace sensor or fuse
F3 – E1 Sensor shorted Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E2 Oven too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E3 Clean temp too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 – E0
F5 – E1 and E2		 Check door/latch
switch		 Replace
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WHIRLPOOL
Range/Stove Oven Fault Codes, Common
Display Condition Repair
2 Digit Failure Code
F1 Analog to Digital Failure Disconnect for 30 seconds
· if display reappears
· replace control board
F1 Safety flip flop Replace board
F1 Shorted keypad Replace keypad
F2 Oven temperature sensor shorted Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 Oven temperature sensor opened Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 Oven too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 Clean temp too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 Check door/latch switch Replace switch if defective
4 Digit Failure Code
F1 – E1 Safety flip flop Replace board
F2 – E0 Shorted keypad Replace keypad
F3 – E0 Oven temperature sensor opened Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E1 Oven temperature sensor shorted Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E2 Oven too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E3 Clean temp too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 – E0 F5 – E1 and E2 Check door/latch switch Replace switch if defective
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ROPER
NOTE: Not valid for Y line. If there is a Y near the end of your model number, do not use this chart.
Display Condition Repair
2 Digit Display
F0 or F1 or F5 Failed transistor Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F2 Oven temp too high 1. Test operation of door lock on self-clean models.
2. Test relay contact operation
3. High resistance in sensor (should be about. 1100 Ω)
F3 Open sensor or thermal fuse Replace sensor or thermal fuse
F4 Shorted sensor Replace oven temperature sensor
F6 Problem in time keeping circuit · Reset time and/or cooking operation
· Check for proper ground
F7 Stuck function switch or button on ERC Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control)
F8 Failure of ERC Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control )
F9 Door lock circuit Check wiring and test operation of door lock switch
DOOR Bake or Broil
·Defective latch switch
·Shorted wire from ERC 10-pin connector, pin 10 to ground		 ·Replace latch switch if defective.
·Replace wire from 10-pin connector if defective
DOOR Self-Clean
· Defective latch switch
· Open wire from ERC 10-pin connector, pin 10 to ground
· Door not latched		 Replace latch switch if defective.Replace wire from 10-pin connector if defective
LOCK Not in Self-Clean
· Oven temperature sensor resistance too high		 Check oven temperature sensor resistance, wire harness and connections, replace defective component
4 Digit Display
FO – E0 Analog to Digital
Failure		 Disconnect for 30 seconds
· if display re-appears
· replace control
F1 – E1 Safety flip flop Replace ERC (Electronic Range Control / Clock)
F2 – E0 Shorted keypad Replace
F3 – E0 Sensor or sensor fuse opened Replace sensor or fuse
F3 – E1 Sensor shorted Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E2 Oven too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 – E3 Clean temp. too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 – E0
F5 – E1 and E2		 Check door/latch switch Replace
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ROPER – Alternative 2 Digit Fault Codes
Display Condition Repair
F1 Analog to Digital Failure Disconnect for 30 seconds
· if display re-appears
· replace control
F1 Safety flip flop Replace component
F1 Shorted keypad Replace component
F3 Oven temperature sensor opened Measure oven temperature sensor resistance, should be 1100 Ω. If not, replace sensor
F2 Oven temperature sensor shorted Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 Oven too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F3 Clean temp too hot Replace oven temperature sensor
F5 Check door/latch switch Replace component

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Checking Oven Sensor

The oven sensor is normally located in the oven cavity towards the top. To test in for faults disconnect the power to the oven then remove the sensor. You will need an ohm meter to test the sensor, most oven sensors should read about 1100Ω at room temperature 60 – 80 °F (15 -27 °C), if the sensor reading is ‘open’ or extremely high this means the sensor is faulty and needs replacing, if on the other hand the reading is extremely low then the sensor has shorted (check for wires touching each other) and will need replacing as well.
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Checking Fuses

Fuses are extremely easy to fix/replace but can be indicative of a larger problem, fuses are designed to ‘blow’ to protect circuitry from surges in power etc, so if a fuse keeps blowing (doing it’s job) the problem is probably not the fuse but something else, so get the appliance checked out. To replace the fuse

  1. Disconnect power
  2. Gain access to the back of the ERC (most fuses are located here)
  3. Remove the suspect fuse
  4. With an Ohmmeter test the fuse for continuity, if it fails the fuse is faulty and needs replacing.

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The F1 Error

On a number of ranges this can mean a number of things, the most common being a failed ERC(EOC, Clock assembly)or a faulty touchpad. Firstly if you are using a recent Maytag range it may pay to test the oven sensor as described above as this may cause an F1 error if faulty (may apply to some other ranges as well) this is not a common cause but is worth discounting. To check the ERC and touchpad

  1. Disconnect the power
  2. Gain access to the back of the ERC
  3. Disconnect the ribbon cable that connects the ERC to the touchpad
  4. Check nothing will short when power is reconnected
  5. reconnect the power and switch on
  6. Watch for F1 and listen for the beep
  7. If you get the F1 and the beep this means the fault is with the ERC and it will need replacing
  8. If after 30 mins you do not see the F1 error and hear the beep, replace the touchpad

February 20th, 2010

Posted In: Ranges Ovens Cooktops Rangehoods

Dryer Fault Codes

Fault codes can and do vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, even between models from the same manufacturer these codes may well be different. This guide is designed only as a generalized guide and is not intended to replace your owners manual, if you have problems always check the owners manual first, it may well have the information you need and will be specific to your Appliance. We assume no responsibility for any action you may undertake as a result of using this guide.

Asko Dryer
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“F1” Condensate drain overfilling Check condensate reservoir pump and drain tube.
“F2” Maximum drying time exceeded (3hrs) · Check for tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse
· Check ductwork for lint build-up
· Check hi-limit and cycling thermostat
· Check heating element
“F3” Thermistor fault · Open thermistor, replace
· Bad wiring to thermistor
“F4” Too much lint in the lint filter, front housing, or in the condenser Clean lint from lint filter and/or condenser
“F5” Fault in the moisture sensor · Lint covering sensor in front of housing
· Bad sensor
· Bad wiring to sensor
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MAYTAG
Stackable A/W and Dryer Fault Codes
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“L” persists in washer display Lid lock failure Replace switch, linkage, lock solenoid or control board.
“U” occurs for no reason in display Unbalanced load Unbalance switch or control board
“1E” persists in washer display Lid lock failure Replace lid lock switch or control board.
“6E” appears in dryer display Temp control error Ambient (room) temperature too cool, -or-
· thermistor
· wire harness
· control board
“7E” appears in dryer display Temp control error – overheating Check:
· venting for restriction
· thermistor
· control board
· cycling thermostat (regular)
“8E” appears in dryer display Motor relay circuit Check:
· relay coil
· wire harness or
· control board
“9E” appears in dryer display Door switch failure Check door switch wiring or door switch or control board
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Sears / Kenmore
Sears are a department store not a manufacturer, they contract other manufacturers to build the appliances for them and these are then sold under the Sears/ Kenmore brand.

To find who made your appliance, check the first three digits of your model number against the list below and this will give you the manufacturer of your appliance.
Amana Caloric D&M Fedders
596.####### 174.#######
960.#######		 587.####### 484.#######
GE Gibson Jenn Air Kelvinator
362.#######
363.#######		 253.####### 629.####### 417.#######
628.#######
662.#######
Litton Maycor Roper Speed Queen
747.####### 925.####### 103.#######
155.#######
647.#######
835.#######
911.#######		 651.#######
Tappan Toshiba WCI Whirlpool
791.####### 562.####### 790.####### 106.#######
110.#######
198.#######
562.#######
665.#######
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WHIRLPOOL
Calypso Matching Dryer
Failure Code Condition Check/Repair
“PF” Power Failure If the household power goes off and the control board was in RUN mode or PAUSE mode, the electronic control board will display a power failure error code.
“E1” or “E2” Thermistor Failure The dryer will not operate if the exhaust temperature drops below 18°F. or exceeds 250°F.

When the thermistor circuit is open (>50K ohms), the error code “E1” flashes in the display.

When the thermistor circuit is shorted (<500 ohms), the error code “E2” flashes in the display.

Normal thermistor resistance values:
60°F. – 15.3K ohms.
70°F. – 11.9K ohms.
80°F. – 9.2K ohms.
“E3” Touchpad or Software mismatch Flashes when there is a touchpad or software mismatch. NOTE: This error code is displayed only in diagnostics mode.
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February 20th, 2010

Posted In: Dryers

The Difference between Radiant and Halogen Elements

  • Halogen and radiant elements are basically the same.

  • They both use radiant energy to conduct heat to the cookware and food.

  • The only difference is that halogen elements also have a halogen bulb that circles their radiant element. It will light up instantly to show you that the cooktop is turned on.

February 18th, 2010

Posted In: Ranges Ovens Cooktops Rangehoods

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