Whirlpool Range 1c31 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as 1c32, 1c4c, 1c6c, 1c7c, 1c81, 1c82, 1c8c on some models.
The 1c3, 1c4, 1c6, 1c7 and 1c8 codes on a Whirlpool range all indicate a possible oven control or wiring fault; reset at the breaker for one minute and call service if the code persists.
What this code means
Whirlpool gives the same explanation for 1c31, 1c32, 1c4c, 1c6c, 1c7c, 1c81, 1c82 and 1c8c: there may be a problem with the oven control, or the associated wiring.
Eight separate codes with identical Whirlpool wording. 1c1c and 1c2c are different — they name the keypad.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Oven control fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Wiring fault | Occasional | No — technician job |
| Temporary error | Occasional | Yes — breaker reset |
What you can try yourself
- Cancel the oven.
- Turn the breaker(s) off for one minute, then on.
- Watch the display for one minute.
- Verify operation; schedule service if a 1c code returns.
When to call a technician
- Code returns after reset.
- Oven will not heat.
- Controls freeze.
Typical professional repair cost: Oven control replacement usually costs $250–$500.
Frequently asked questions
What do the 1c codes mean on a Whirlpool range?
Apart from 1c1c and 1c2c (keypad), Whirlpool says they indicate a possible problem with the oven control or the associated wiring.
Does the last character matter?
It identifies the specific code for a technician; Whirlpool's owner guidance is the same for all eight.
How do I reset it?
Breaker off for one minute, then on.
Sources checked
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c31 - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c32 - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c4c - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c6c - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c7c - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c81 - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c82 - Error Code - Range
- Whirlpool Product Help: 1c8c - Error Code - Range
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.
Related Whirlpool codes
- Whirlpool Range F3 E0 F3 E0 on a Whirlpool-family range flags the oven temperature sensing circuit — Whirlpool's own description names the temperature sensor, the control, or the associated wiring. A one-minute breaker reset is the official first step.
- Whirlpool Range F3 E1 F3 E1 is the paired partner of F3 E0 on Whirlpool-family ranges: the same oven temperature sensing circuit, control, or wiring suspects, per Whirlpool's own page. A one-minute breaker reset is the official first step.
- Whirlpool Range F1 E0 F1 E0 on a Whirlpool-family range points at the oven control — Whirlpool's own page names the oven control or the associated wiring. A one-minute breaker reset is the official first step.
- Whirlpool Range F2 E0 F2 E0 on a Whirlpool-family range points at the user interface, the keypad, the control, or the wiring — the input side of the oven. Clean keys and a one-minute breaker reset first.
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