F3
Thor Kitchen
Oven Temperature Sensor Circuit Open
Oven displays F3 and will not start or stops mid-cycle; temperature may be inaccurate.
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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 oven temperature sensor, Broken sensor wiring harness, Loose sensor connector at control board, Failed sensor input circuit on control board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Disconnect power at the breaker before accessing wiring or control components.
- Access the sensor: Inside the oven cavity, locate the temperature sensor on the rear wall. Remove its mounting screws and gently pull it forward to access the connector.
- Check connections: Inspect the sensor plug and wiring for burns, corrosion, or broken conductors. Reseat the connector firmly.
- Measure resistance: With the sensor unplugged, use a multimeter to measure resistance across the sensor leads. At room temperature, it should be ~1080–1100 Ω. An infinite or extremely high reading indicates an open sensor.
- Inspect harness to control: If the sensor tests good, trace the harness back to the electronic oven control board. Check for pinched or broken wires, especially where they pass through the rear insulation.
- Replace faulty component: Replace the oven temperature sensor if open. If wiring and sensor are good, replace the electronic oven control board due to a failed sensor input circuit.
- Test operation: Restore power and run a bake cycle at 350°F, verifying that the oven heats and no F3 code reappears.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor Probe
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