F10
GE
Runaway Oven Temperature
F10 error code, oven overheating or temperature runaway condition.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Shorted oven temperature sensor, Stuck bake or broil relay on control board, Shorted wiring to element, Incorrect sensor calibration
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power immediately if the oven is overheating. Allow it to cool before inspection.
- Check sensor: Test the oven temperature sensor resistance at room temperature (~1080 Ω). Replace if out of range or shorted.
- Inspect elements: Look for elements that remain glowing red after the oven is turned off (with power on). This suggests a stuck relay or shorted wiring.
- Wiring check: Inspect wiring from the control board to the bake and broil elements for melted insulation or shorts to chassis.
- Control board: If sensor and wiring are good, replace the EOC, as its relay contacts may be welded closed.
- Test after repair: Run a 350°F bake and verify temperature stability with an oven thermometer.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Electronic Oven Control (EOC) Board
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