KitchenAid Range SAB — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as Sab, 5AB, 5A6 on some models.
SAB means Sabbath mode is active — a convenience setting that keeps the oven usable during religious observance.
What this code means
Sabbath mode was enabled from the control, which changes how the oven responds to keys and timers. The range shows SAB (or Sab) to tell you the mode is on.
SAB appears on KitchenAid ranges with the Whirlpool-family electronics platform; the display can show SAB, Sab, 5AB, or 5A6 depending on model. The key combination that enables and disables it varies by model, so your owner's manual is the reference.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Sabbath mode was enabled from the control (often a key combination) | Common | Disable per manual |
| Keys pressed together switched the mode on by accident | Occasional | Check the manual combination |
What you can try yourself
- Find the Sabbath-mode key combination in your owner's manual — it varies by model.
- Press and hold that combination until SAB (or Sab) clears from the display.
- Sabbath mode is a feature, not an error, so there is nothing to repair once it is off.
- If the mode keeps turning back on, re-check the keys you or others are pressing during use.
When to call a technician
- The mode cannot be turned off with the manual's combination
- The display shows SAB unexpectedly during normal cooking
- Keys seem unresponsive while SAB is showing
Typical professional repair cost: $0
Frequently asked questions
What does Sabbath mode do?
It lets observant households use the oven without setting timers or changing features that would require interaction — a designed-in mode, not a malfunction.
How do I turn it off?
Use the exact key combination in your manual, usually a bake-and-timer style combo held together. It disables just as quickly as it enables.
Will the oven heat normally with SAB on?
It will behave per Sabbath-mode rules — typically fewer beeps and timer functions. Turn the mode off for the standard control behavior you expect.
Sources checked
Error meanings can vary by model. This guide was checked against the documentation above; use the manual for the model number on your own appliance when it differs.
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