F16
Viking Auxiliary Heating Zone Fault

Viking oven shows F16 and the warming drawer or auxiliary oven (if equipped) does not heat.

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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

Open warming drawer element, Failed auxiliary oven sensor, Faulty auxiliary zone relay on control board, Loose wiring to auxiliary heater

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before removing the warming drawer or accessing auxiliary components.

Steps to check and correct:

  • Remove warming drawer: Pull the drawer out fully, then lift and remove it to access the element and wiring beneath.
  • Inspect element and wiring: Look for burnt spots on the warming drawer element and check wiring for heat damage.
  • Test element: Disconnect the element leads and test for continuity with a multimeter. Replace if open.
  • Check sensor (if auxiliary oven): For models with a secondary oven, test the auxiliary temperature sensor similar to the main oven sensor.
  • Relay and control: If elements and sensors test good, the auxiliary relay or control board may be faulty and require replacement.

When to call a technician: Accessing auxiliary circuits can be complex; if you are not comfortable, contact a Viking service technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Warming Drawer Heating Element
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