KitchenAid Double Wall Oven Code F3 E0: upper oven temperature sensor

What F3 E0 means

F3 E0 on KitchenAid electric double and combination wall ovens, such as the KODE500ESS, means the upper oven temperature sensor, the control, or the associated wiring may have a problem. Only the upper cavity is named, so the lower oven may behave normally. The display shows the code and the upper oven may not heat correctly. The lower oven may keep working normally on a double unit.

Common causes of F3 E0

Upper oven temperature sensor out of range
Control misreading the upper sensor
Upper sensor wiring damaged

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Let the upper cavity cool. 2. Press Cancel. 3. Switch the breaker off for one minute and on again. 4. Try the lower oven to see if it works, then a short bake in the upper. If F3 E0 returns, stop using the upper oven and call.

! Why to stop there

The upper sensor sits in a sealed cavity.
Control and sensor trouble overlap.
Our test names the cause.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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F3 E0F3 E0 questions

Why does only the upper oven fail?

Each cavity has its own temperature sensor. F3 E0 names the upper one, so the lower sensor may be fine. Double and combination ovens give each cavity its own sensor, and E0 names the upper cavity's.

Can I use just the lower oven?

Often yes, if it heats correctly. Keep an eye on its temperature and do not use it if other codes appear. If it heats correctly and shows no codes, yes, but stop using it at the first sign of trouble.

What is the cost?

We quote in writing before work and warrant it for 30 days. Sensor replacement is a regular job for us, and the invoice follows the written quote.