F1-4
Maytag
Oven Temperature Sensor Circuit Shorted
Oven inoperative, display shows F1-4 shortly after power-up or when starting a bake 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
Shorted oven temperature sensor, Sensor wiring shorted to chassis, Failed EOC sensor input circuit
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker before removing panels or touching wiring.
- Access sensor: Remove the oven sensor as described for F1-3 and unplug the connector.
- Measure resistance: At room temperature, measure resistance across the sensor terminals. A reading near 0 Ω indicates a shorted sensor; replace it.
- Inspect wiring: If the sensor tests normal (~1050–1100 Ω), inspect the harness from the sensor to the control board for melted insulation or bare spots touching metal. Repair any damaged sections with high-temperature wire and proper connectors.
- Check at control board: From the rear, remove the control panel cover and verify the sensor wires are not pinched or shorted at the EOC connector.
- Replace EOC if needed: If wiring and sensor are good but F1-4 persists, replace the electronic oven control.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor
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