Maytag Oven Error Code F2-E1
Keypad disconnected — ribbon cable failure
The ribbon cable or connection between the keypad and the ERC board has lost continuity. The ERC board can no longer communicate with the touchpad.
What Does Error Code F2-E1 Mean on a Maytag Oven?
Keypad disconnected — ribbon cable failure.
The ribbon cable or connection between the keypad and the ERC board has lost continuity. The ERC board can no longer communicate with the touchpad.
What Causes Error Code F2-E1?
Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:
- 1 Ribbon cable connector loose at ERC board 50% of cases
- 2 Ribbon cable cracked or damaged 35% of cases
- 3 ERC board ribbon connector port failure 15% of cases
How to Fix Maytag Oven Error Code F2-E1
- 1
Power cycle
Turn off circuit breaker for 5 minutes.
- 2
Reseat the ribbon cable
Remove the control panel backing. Locate the flat ribbon cable connecting the keypad to the ERC board. Disconnect and firmly reseat both ends. Look for any cracking or creasing in the ribbon.
- 3
Replace the keypad assembly
On most Maytag models, the keypad and ribbon cable are a single assembly. If the ribbon is damaged, replace the complete keypad.
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How to Reset Error Code F2-E1
Turn off circuit breaker 5 minutes. Reseat ribbon cable. If F2-E1 persists, replace keypad.
Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.
When to Call a Professional
If new keypad and cable and F2-E1 persists, the ERC board ribbon connector port has failed.
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