Maytag Oven Error Code F2 E1 — Oven Temperature Too High
What this means
The F2 E1 error on Maytag ovens indicates the oven cavity temperature has risen above the safe maximum (typically around 590°F during normal baking). The control board shuts off all heating elements as a safety measure. This can be caused by a shorted bake or broil element, a welded relay on the control board, or a faulty temperature sensor giving false low readings that cause continuous heating.
Alternate codes: F2E1
Step-by-step fix
4 stepsTurn off the oven immediately
Press Cancel. If the oven does not respond, turn off the circuit breaker. Do not open the oven door until it has fully cooled.
If you smell burning or see smoke, keep the door closed and turn off the breaker immediately. The closed door helps contain heat.
Test the temperature sensor
After cooling, disconnect power. Test the sensor at room temperature (should read ~1,080 ohms). A reading much lower than expected would cause the board to think the oven is cold and keep heating.
Also check for a grounded sensor by testing from each terminal to the oven chassis — should read infinite.
Inspect the heating elements
Check the bake and broil elements for bright hot spots, holes, blisters, or visible damage. Test each element for ground fault (one probe on element terminal, other on the metal chassis). A grounded element runs uncontrolled.
A grounded element is one of the most dangerous oven faults — it bypasses the control board's relay entirely.
Check the control board relays
If the sensor and elements are fine, a relay on the control board may be welded closed, keeping an element permanently powered. The board must be replaced.
A technician can verify by measuring voltage at the element terminals with the oven set to Off — any voltage present confirms a welded relay.
When to call a professional
Over-temperature conditions involve safety risks. Professional diagnosis is recommended unless you are experienced with 240V appliance repair.
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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.
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