Kenmore Oven Error Code SAb

SAb on a Kenmore oven means Sabbath Mode is currently active. This is a built-in feature that disables all beeps, automatic shutoffs, and display changes so the oven can run at a steady temperature without any interactive feedback. It is not a malfunction or fault code. The oven will continue heating normally while SAb is displayed.

SAb is not a safety concern. The oven continues to operate and heat normally while Sabbath Mode is active. The only change is that audible alerts and display updates are suppressed. However, because automatic shutoff timers are disabled in this mode, you should be aware that the oven will remain on until manually turned off using the STOP/CLEAR button.

In most cases there is no repair cost at all, since SAb indicates an active feature rather than a broken component. Clearing it only requires pressing the correct button combination. If the SAb mode cannot be cleared and the control board turns out to be faulty, control board replacement for a Kenmore oven typically costs in the range of $150 to $350 including parts and labor, depending on the model and service provider.

To cancel Sabbath Mode, first press STOP/CLEAR to turn the oven off. Then press and hold both the COOK TIME and DELAY START buttons at the same time for at least 3 seconds. Hold until the SAb display disappears and the control panel returns to its normal standby state. If this does not work on the first attempt, repeat the sequence and ensure both buttons are pressed simultaneously.

A simple power reset by unplugging the oven or tripping the circuit breaker will not reliably clear Sabbath Mode, as the setting is stored in the control board. The correct method is to press STOP/CLEAR and then hold COOK TIME and DELAY START together for at least 3 seconds. Use the specific button sequence to ensure the mode is properly deactivated.