Whirlpool Range F1-5 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as F1-8 on some models.
F1-5 and F1-8 suggest a problem with the oven control, the user interface or keypad, or their wiring — reset power for one minute and book service if it comes back.
What this code means
Whirlpool says F1-5 and F1-8 may mean a problem with the oven control, the user interface or keypad, or the associated wiring. Either the board or the panel that feeds it is at fault.
Dash-style codes; compare F1-7, which names the oven control alone.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Keypad or user interface fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Oven control fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Temporary error | Occasional | Yes — breaker reset |
What you can try yourself
- Wipe the keypad dry and clear anything touching it.
- Breaker(s) off for one minute, then on.
- Monitor for one minute and try the keys.
- Schedule service if the code is displayed again.
When to call a technician
- Code returns.
- Keys stuck or unresponsive.
- Random beeping.
Typical professional repair cost: Typically $200–$500 depending on the part replaced.
Frequently asked questions
What does F1-5 mean?
There may be a problem with the oven control, the user interface or keypad, or the associated wiring.
Is F1-8 the same?
Whirlpool uses the same explanation.
Could a stuck key cause it?
The keypad is one of the parts Whirlpool names. Cleaning and drying the panel is a reasonable first step before the reset.
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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