Whirlpool Cooktop C82 — What It Means & How to Fix It
C82 is an overheat shutoff tied to cookware: the pan is the wrong size or is empty or dry — use a flat-bottomed pan that matches the element and wait 5 minutes.
What this code means
Whirlpool's C82 article asks whether the correct cookware is being used: the pan is not the right size, or is empty or dry. The pan base should equal the surface cooking area — no more than 1/2 inch smaller or extending 1/2 inch beyond. The surface cooking area overheated and shut off.
Whirlpool electric cooktops.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Pan empty or boiled dry | Common | Yes — no tools |
| Pan much smaller or larger than the element | Common | Yes — change pan |
| Warped pan base | Occasional | Yes — change pan |
What you can try yourself
- Turn the element off and remove the pan.
- Wait 5 minutes.
- Use a flat-bottomed, medium-to-heavy pan sized to the element.
- Never heat an empty pan.
When to call a technician
- Repeat code with correct cookware.
- Code at low heat.
- Element will not restart.
Typical professional repair cost: Free.
Frequently asked questions
What does C82 mean?
The surface cooking area overheated; Whirlpool links it to pan size or an empty or dry pan.
What size pan?
Base equal to the cooking area, within 1/2 inch either way.
What kind of pan?
Smooth flat bottom, straight sides, medium-to-heavy thickness.
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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