Whirlpool oven F1E0 code: oven control fault

The main oven control has found an internal fault. Whirlpool lists the oven control or its wiring as the cause. A power reset can clear a one-time glitch, but a repeat code usually means a new control board.

Likely causes

Listed from most to least common.

1. Brief power surge or glitch
2. Failed oven control board
3. Loose or damaged wiring at the control
4. Heat damage to the control from a blocked vent or self-clean cycle

How to fix the F1E0 code

Unplug the oven or switch it off at the breaker before removing any panel or filter.

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   Step 1: Reset power at the breaker

   Turn off the circuit breaker for the oven for one minute, then turn it back on. Watch the display for one minute.

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   Step 2: Check the oven works

   Run a short bake at 350°F. If the code does not return, keep an eye on it over the next few uses.

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   Step 3: Note your model number

   If the code comes back, find the model and serial number label, often on the oven frame behind the door or drawer. You will need it for a replacement board.

You'll need: Flashlight.

Parts that may need replacing

Check your model number on the label inside the door or on the back before ordering.

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When to call a technician

Call a technician if the code returns after a power reset. Control boards and wiring sit behind live panels and need proper testing.

A typical repair for this code costs $250–$550 in the US, including parts and labor. Prices vary by area and model.

Models this applies to

• Electric and gas freestanding ranges (WFE, WFG and WEE series)
• Slide-in ranges (WEE, WEG and WEC series)
• Single, double and combination wall ovens (WOS, WOD and WOC series)

Codes can differ slightly between models. Your owner's manual is the final word and is available from Whirlpool support.

Common questions