Whirlpool Range F01 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as F02 on some models.
F01 and F02 point to the oven temperature sensor, the control, or the wiring between them; turn the breaker off for one minute and call service if the code returns.
What this code means
Whirlpool says that with F01 or F02 there may be a problem with the oven temperature sensor, the control, or the associated wiring. These three-character codes come from a different control generation than the F#E# style.
Read the display carefully: F01 (with a zero) is not the same code as F1 or F0 E1.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature sensor fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Control fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Sensor wiring fault | Occasional | No — technician job |
What you can try yourself
- Turn the oven off.
- Breaker(s) off for one minute, then on.
- Monitor for one minute.
- Verify oven operation; schedule service on a repeat.
When to call a technician
- Code returns.
- Oven temperature runs away or will not rise.
- Display unresponsive.
Typical professional repair cost: Between $120 and $500 depending on whether the sensor or the control is replaced.
Frequently asked questions
What does F01 mean on a Whirlpool oven?
There may be a problem with the oven temperature sensor, the control, or the associated wiring.
Is F02 different?
Whirlpool uses the same explanation for F02.
How do I reset F01?
Switch the circuit breaker(s) off for one minute and back on.
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.
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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