F8
RCA
Cooling Fan or Overheat Protection Fault
Display shows F8 and oven may not heat or may shut down during use.
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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
Failed oven cooling fan motor, Blocked cooling air vents, Faulty fan relay on control board, Open or shorted over-temperature thermostat
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power and allow the appliance to cool completely before servicing.
- Check vents: Ensure that the rear and top vents of the range are not blocked by cabinets, foil, or other obstructions. Clear any blockages.
- Listen for fan: During a bake cycle, you should hear the internal cooling fan run (on models equipped). If F8 appears and the fan never runs, suspect the fan circuit.
- Test fan motor: With power OFF, access the cooling fan from the rear. Check for free blade movement. With a multimeter, test the fan motor for continuity. An open motor must be replaced.
- Check thermostat: Some RCA models use a high-limit thermostat in series with the fan. Test it for continuity when cool; replace if open.
- Control board: If fan and thermostat test good, the fan relay on the control board may be faulty. Replace the electronic oven control board.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Oven Cooling Fan Motor
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