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F3 Code and beeping problem. If its a termperature sensor, where is it and how do you check it?F3 Code and beeping problem. If its a termperature sensor, where is it and how do you check it?
AnonymousNov 20, 2007
Beeping and displaying F3Beeping and displaying F3
Once my oven reaches it desired temp, its starts beeping, and giving me f3 and f4 codes.Once my oven reaches it desired temp, its starts beeping, and giving me f3 and f4 codes.
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F3 - F4
Open oven temperature sensor (circuit) (over 2700 ohms) or, shorted oven temperature sensor. Could be a result of: · contamination on terminals · pinched wire in oven temperature sensor circuit · cold solder joint on control.
· Disconnect power to range and remove oven temperature sensor connector from control. · Measure oven temperature sensor resistance at oven temperature sensor connector (take care not to damage terminals in block) - Should read 1100 ohms at room temperature (approx 72 degrees F). · Measure each oven temperature sensor lead from connector block to ground. If shorted, look for pinched or cut wire in oven temperature sensor circuit. · Check connector terminals - Look for deformed or corrosion on terminals. Repair or replace. If all above is ok replace control
F3 - F4
Open oven temperature sensor (circuit) (over 2700 ohms) or, shorted oven temperature sensor. Could be a result of: · contamination on terminals · pinched wire in oven temperature sensor circuit · cold solder joint on control.
· Disconnect power to range and remove oven temperature sensor connector from control. · Measure oven temperature sensor resistance at oven temperature sensor connector (take care not to damage terminals in block) - Should read 1100 ohms at room temperature (approx 72 degrees F). · Measure each oven temperature sensor lead from connector block to ground. If shorted, look for pinched or cut wire in oven temperature sensor circuit. · Check connector terminals - Look for deformed or corrosion on terminals. Repair or replace. If all above is ok replace control.
In many cases, replacing the oven temp. sensor will solve the probem and they are much less expensive than a new control.In many cases, replacing the oven temp. sensor will solve the probem and they are much less expensive than a new control.
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I see that your Frigidaire double oven heats up for about 15-30 minutes, then shuts down and begins beeping while showing an F3error code. The F3 states that the oven is sensing a potential runaway temperature. This is possibly a sensor issue or it could be a false error code.
I suggest giving your double oven a hard reset by cutting the power at the circuit breaker for at least 2-3 minutes.
After restoring power you will need to reset the clock. You will do this by entering in the time and pressing start.
Let the oven heat up, and if you are still receiving an F3 error code, I suggest either contacting the manufacturer or contacting your local authorized technician to diagnose your appliance. Hope this helps.
F-1 is a control failure. Sometimes cleaning the corrosion off the sensor quick plug or bypassing it entirely cures the problem. I would check the sensor and replace it before buying a oven control. Can't find a new control or afford a new one? My friend rebuilds em HERE
F3 is a bad oven temp sensor. The sensor fail F3 code will appear if during self clean that it senses temps above 915F, or there is an open / short in the temp sensor. The only thing you can do is replace the sensor. Just getting the oven door open can be a real pain as you have unlatch the oven door lock to get to the screws that are in the top lip above the oven door so that you can change the sensor. Depending on model you may have to reach through a burner to manually unlatch the oven door lock or remove the side panel of the oven to manually unlatch the door lock. On most units It will not continue to self clean with an F3 code detected. Once an F3 code is detected the ERC shuts off power to the bake and broil elements so that it does not catch fire from a run away temperature condition.
F3 means that there is a faulty oven sensor. You will need to replace the sensor before the machine will work properly again. You may get a chance to unplug it for 30 minutes and plug it back in and it might work. You can either order the part online at kenmore.com or at a local appliance repair store in your town.
It's your oven temperature sensor. It's a thin metal stick that juts into the oven. It is located on the upper right back wall of the oven cavity. Flip your breaker, slide out the oven. You install it from the back, very simple, two screws, i think. I'm a beginner at DIY and had no problem fixing it.
F3 Code and beeping problem. If its a termperature sensor, where is it and how do you check it?
Beeping and displaying F3
Once my oven reaches it desired temp, its starts beeping, and giving me f3 and f4 codes.
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