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

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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

David B. February 20th, 2010

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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.

David B. February 18th, 2010

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Cookware for Glass-Ceramic Cooktops

• To get the best performance out of your cooktop, we recommend that you use heavy gauge, flat, smooth bottom, metal pans which are not more then 1-inch larger then your cooking area.

To see if your pan will allow even heat distribution, try this test.

– Put an inch of water in the pan.
– Place the pan on the cooktop and turn it on HIGH.
– If the water bubbles evenly around the pan, you can count on good   performance.
– If the water bubbles unevenly then that means there are hot spots and poor   heat distribution is likely to occur.

David B. February 18th, 2010

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How to clean Glass/Ceramic Cooktops

Depending on how dirty your cooktop is, different cleaning methods will apply.

• If your cooktop is light to moderately dirty, use either cooktop cleaner, hand dishwashing detergent and water, or a baking soda paste. Apply with a non-abrasive cloth or paper towel.
  
  Note: If using hand dishwashing detergent or baking soda paste, make sure to thoroughly rinse and dry your cooktop when done cleaning.

• If your cooktop is very dirty, has metal marking, or brown/gray stains from hard water, clean gently with cooktop cleaner using a non-abrasive cloth or paper towel. Put more cleaner on the cooktop and cover with damp paper towels to keep cleaner from drying out. Let it stand for 30 – 40 minutes. Then you can scrub off any remaining stains.
  
• If your cooktop has burnt or crusty food on it, you can use a razor to get it off. Hold a razor blade scraper at a 30 degree angle and very carefully scrape off the burned food. Clean the rest of the cooktop with a cleaner.Note: Never use abrasive powders or pads – they could scratch your cooktop.

David B. February 18th, 2010

Posted In: Ranges Ovens Cooktops Rangehoods