F3E1 error; oven may overheat or underheat; preheat may not complete.

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.

Possible Causes

Failed upper oven sensor, damaged harness to upper sensor, loose connector at control, sensor out of range

Warning: Disconnect power before servicing.

Identify upper sensor: On double-oven KitchenAid ranges, locate the sensor in the upper cavity.
Check connections: Access the rear of the unit and locate the upper sensor harness. Ensure the connector is fully seated at both the sensor and control board.
Test resistance: If you have a multimeter, test the sensor as described for F3E0. Replace if out of specification.
Replace sensor: Remove mounting screws from inside the upper oven, pull sensor through, swap with new part, and reinstall.

Medium 3/5

Upper Oven Temperature Sensor

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