Kenmore Elite Range error code help

Intermittent error codes of F-10 and F-7 with beeping. I turn off the power then it resets and works for a few days then starts again. Any help would be appreciated.

An F7 fault code on your model is suppose to indicate a failed electronic control.

LINK > Kenmore 790.46719600 Electronic Control (no picture)

An F10 fault code is suppose to indicate a ‘runaway’ temperature condition. :eek:

That could be caused by a shorted relay on the electronic control powering the elements uncontrollably (requiring the control to be replaced) or the control receiving incorrect temperature data from the oven temperature sensor.

LINK > Kenmore 790.46719600 Oven Temperature Sensor

LINK > How do I check an oven temperature sensor?

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So it seems to be the control board that needs replaced it seems correct? Thanks Dan

Fault codes are not a ‘carved in stone’ representation what the actual cause IS. They are just indicators that point to what area(s) might need further investigation. It is not outside the realm of possibility that just an oven temperature sensor problem could be responsible for both symptoms.

All possibilities should be investigated before deciding on what component(s) might need to be replaced to correct the condition. If there was not a problem with the temperature sensor than the control itself might be most suspect.

JMO

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I replaced the controller and it worked for 2 days then the F10 and F7 error codes returned intermittently. I checked the oven temp sensor and it measured 1.08K ohms and that seems ok. So I am stuck at this point and would appreciate more help.

You checked the sensor at the time that a failure code was present?

That is when its measurement would only reveal a problem. Sensors or their wiring could be intermittent, working Ok sometimes but acting up and causing problems at other times.

I can’t think of anything else that could be responsible for those fault codes on your model. :cool:

JMO

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When I got the error code I quickly unplugged the sensor probe and the reading was under 1100 ohms, I did this 5 times with the same result so it appears the sensor is good. Any other suggestions would be appreciated before I call a repairman. Thank you.

You tested it at the connection to the electronic control?

What was the oven temperature at when the test was performed? 1100 ohms would be about correct for a room temperature oven.

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No I just unplugged and checked it across the probe itself, I am not sure where it plugs into the board at.

oh and the oven was at room temp also, as I have not used the oven in a few days now.

[QUOTE=jayp]No I just unplugged and checked it across the probe itself, I am not sure where it plugs into the board at.[/QUOTE]
The wiring to the sensor can also be responsible for problems as described at the previous “How do I check an oven temperature sensor?” link, although it is only a fairly infrequent culprit.

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I finally had to call a technician and he said the F7 is a touch pad problem like a short in it from one of the cooking elements, the oven would work ok without any errors. So unfortunately the part alone will be around 400.00. I just wanted to reply to say it is solved it seems and thank you very much.

For most makes but not for Frigidaire whom made your model for Sears.

You actually replaced that part and it corrected the problem? :confused:

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The part has been ordered so not installed yet, so now I am getting worried. But when the stove was in error I held a hair dryer over the left side on the touch pad and after about 3 minutes the error codes went out and it worked for a while then started up again. So it seems there is a short in the matrix inside.

This is the final follow up just to complete the thread and maybe help someone else some day. Raplacing the touch pad did cure the problem so it seems it was shorted with a key depressed some place on the left side. I must say I was reluctant to order that expensive part but it is fixed so I am happy. I appreciate all your help Dan thanks again.

Glad to hear you found the problem. Thanks for the follow up.

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