Oven beeps and displays F10, may shut off or continue heating uncontrollably

Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker before any disassembly. Surfaces and internal parts may be extremely hot.

• Power reset: Turn the range off at the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power. If F10 returns quickly, proceed with checks.
• Check oven temperature sensor:
  • Locate the sensor probe inside the oven (usually a thin metal rod at the back wall, upper area).
  • Remove the mounting screws and gently pull the sensor forward to access the connector.
  • Unplug the sensor and measure resistance with a multimeter at room temperature. A typical Kenmore sensor should read about 1050–1100 Ω at 70°F (21°C).
  • If reading is far off (open, shorted, or very different from spec), replace the oven temperature sensor (RTD).
• Inspect sensor wiring:
  • Check the harness from the sensor to the control board for burns, cuts, or loose connections.
  • Reseat the connector at the control board.
• Control board check:
  • If the sensor tests good and wiring is intact, the electronic oven control (EOC) is likely faulty.
  • Remove the back panel behind the control, take a photo of wiring, then disconnect and replace the control board following the wiring diagram.
• Test operation: Restore power and run a 350°F bake test. Monitor for normal cycling and absence of F10.