Whirlpool Oven F6 E6 — What It Means & How to Fix It

Also shown as F6E6 on some models.

By Callum Griffin · Researched and verified against manufacturer and repair documentation · Reviewed September 2026

F6 E6 points to the upper oven appliance manager control or its wiring; reset power and call service.

What this code means

Whirlpool says there may be a problem with the upper oven appliance manager control or the associated wiring.

Double wall ovens; F6 E9 is the lower oven equivalent.

Most likely causes

CauseHow likelyDIY-fixable?
Upper oven control board fault Common No — technician job
Wiring fault Occasional No — technician job
Glitch Occasional Yes — breaker reset

What you can try yourself

  1. Cancel the upper oven.
  2. Reset the breaker.
  3. Monitor.
  4. Service on a repeat.

When to call a technician

Typical professional repair cost: About $250–$500.

Frequently asked questions

What does F6 E6 mean?

A possible upper oven appliance manager control problem.

Lower oven code?

F6 E9.

Reset?

Breaker off one minute.

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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