Frigidaire Oven Error Code F10 — Runaway Oven Temperature
What this means
The F10 error on Frigidaire ovens is one of the most serious codes — it means the oven cavity temperature has exceeded the maximum safe threshold (typically 590°F during bake or 990°F during self-clean). The control board immediately cuts power to the heating elements. This can be caused by a welded relay on the electronic oven control (EOC), a shorted heating element, or a faulty temperature sensor providing false low readings.
Step-by-step fix
4 stepsTurn off the oven immediately
Press Cancel/Off. If the oven does not respond or the element is still glowing, turn off the circuit breaker immediately. Do not open the door until the oven cools.
If F10 appeared while the oven was not in use, a relay on the control board may be welded shut — this is extremely dangerous.
Test the temperature sensor (RTD)
After the oven cools, disconnect power at the breaker. Test the oven temperature sensor. At room temperature, it should read 1,080–1,100 ohms. If the reading is far below normal, the sensor may be telling the board the oven is cold when it is not.
Also check the sensor for a ground fault — measure from each terminal to the oven chassis. It should read infinite (open).
Inspect the heating elements
Check the bake and broil elements visually for hot spots, holes, blisters, or visible damage. Test each for ground fault by measuring from a terminal to the element bracket/chassis. Any continuity to ground means the element is shorted and can heat uncontrollably.
A grounded element bypasses the control board relay entirely — it can get hot even with the oven turned off.
Replace the EOC board if relays are welded
If the sensor and elements test fine, the electronic oven control (EOC) likely has a welded relay. Replace the EOC board. Disconnect all wire connectors, install the new board, and reconnect.
The EOC is a common failure point on Frigidaire ovens. When ordering, match your exact model number from the tag inside the oven door frame.
When to call a professional
This is a serious safety code. If you are not comfortable testing 240V circuits or cannot identify the fault, call a professional immediately.
Information compiled from manufacturer service manuals, official troubleshooting documentation, and appliance repair industry resources. This guide is for informational purposes only — always consult a qualified technician for complex repairs.
Learn more about our sourcesParts you may need
Electronic Oven Control (EOC) Board
Part #316560127 · $150–$300
If relay is welded shut (most common cause)
Oven Temperature Sensor (RTD)
Part #316490003 · $10–$25
If sensor resistance is out of range
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