Frigidaire Range Error Code F5 A0

F5 A0 indicates a bad EEPROM checksum on the ESEC Power Board, which is the control board that manages the surface heating elements. The EEPROM is a memory chip that stores operational data for the board, and a checksum failure means that data is corrupted or unreadable. This prevents the board from functioning correctly and requires board replacement to resolve.

No, cycling power or performing a reset will not clear the F5 A0 error. The fault is caused by corrupted data stored in the EEPROM chip on the Power Board, and that corruption persists regardless of power interruptions. The only way to resolve this code is to replace the ESEC Power Board.

The cost depends on whether you hire a technician or do the repair yourself. A replacement ESEC Power Board typically ranges from around $100 to $250 for the part alone. If you use a professional repair service, total costs including labor generally range from $200 to $450 depending on your location and the specific model.

The repair requires replacing the ESEC Power Board, which is a task that experienced DIYers with knowledge of appliance electrical systems can attempt. The range must be fully disconnected from power before any work begins. However, because this involves the high-voltage power control board for the cooktop, many homeowners prefer to have a qualified technician perform the replacement.

It is not advisable to continue using the range with an active F5 A0 error. The ESEC Power Board controls the surface heating elements, and a corrupted EEPROM means the board cannot reliably manage that function. Using the range in this state risks unpredictable behavior from the cooktop elements.