Oven shows F13, often on models with a meat probe or special sensor; cooking may stop.

Safety first: Turn off power before inspecting the probe socket or wiring.

Step-by-step checks:

• 1. Remove the probe: If a meat probe is connected, unplug it from the oven. Inspect the plug and cable for cuts, kinks, or burnt spots.
• 2. Clean the socket: Use a dry cotton swab to clean the probe socket inside the oven. Do not use liquids.
• 3. Test with no probe: Restore power and see if F13 clears when no probe is connected. If it does, the probe itself is likely faulty.
• 4. Test probe resistance: Measure resistance across the probe plug pins. Compare with specifications (often a few kΩ at room temperature). Infinite or erratic readings indicate a bad probe.
• 5. Replace components: Fit a new Hotpoint-Ariston meat probe if defective. If F13 persists even with a new probe or with no probe connected, the probe socket or control board may need replacement.