Whirlpool Range FE E7 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as FEE7 on some models.
FEE7 indicates a possible fault with the main cavity broil element or its wiring; reset power for a minute and call a technician if the code returns.
What this code means
Whirlpool says FEE7 may mean a problem with the main cavity broil element or the associated wiring. The broil element is the upper heating element in the main oven.
Whirlpool electric range code; the bake element equivalent is FEE6.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Broil element failed | Common | No — technician job |
| Element wiring fault | Occasional | No — technician job |
| Control misread | Occasional | Yes — breaker reset |
What you can try yourself
- Switch the oven off and wait until it is cold.
- Look up at the broil element for obvious breaks or burn marks, without touching it.
- Breaker(s) off for one minute, then on.
- Schedule service if FEE7 is shown again.
When to call a technician
- Element damaged or sagging.
- No heat on Broil.
- Sparks, smoke or a tripped breaker.
Typical professional repair cost: Broil element replacement generally costs $150–$300 including labor.
Frequently asked questions
What does FEE7 mean on a Whirlpool oven?
There may be a problem with the main cavity broil element or the associated wiring.
How do I know the broil element is bad?
A break, blister or burn mark is a strong sign, but confirmation needs electrical testing by a technician.
Is FEE7 related to FEE6?
FEE6 is the bake element, FEE7 the broil element. Both are heating element circuit codes.
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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