F5
Kenmore
Oven Control / Relay Board Failure
F5 displayed, oven may not start or may stop mid-cycle
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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
Internal control board fault, Relay board communication error, Loose harness between user interface and relay board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing control components.
- Power reset:
- Turn off power for 5–10 minutes, then restore.
- If F5 returns immediately, proceed to inspection.
- Inspect control connections:
- Remove the back panel behind the control area.
- Check all harness connectors between the user interface and relay/control board.
- Reseat connectors firmly.
- Check for board damage:
- Look for burnt components, cracked solder joints, or corrosion on the control board.
- Replace faulty board:
- If visible damage or persistent F5, replace the electronic oven control (EOC) or relay board as configured on your model.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Electronic Oven Control Board
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