Kenmore Oven Error Code SFSF

SFSF stands for Sabbath Failure on a Kenmore oven. It means the oven was operating in Sabbath mode when a power interruption occurred, and the control system has locked the mode rather than restarting it automatically. The code is a safety notification, not an indication of a broken component. In most cases it can be cleared with a simple reset procedure.

The oven will not operate normally while SFSF is displayed because the control system is locked. There is no safety hazard associated with the code itself, as the oven is essentially in a held state waiting for user input. Once you clear the code using the reset procedure, the oven is safe to use again.

In the majority of cases, SFSF requires no repair at all and costs nothing beyond a few minutes of your time to perform the reset procedure. If the code is caused by a faulty control board, replacement board costs typically range from $150 to $350 for parts, with professional labor adding $100 to $200 depending on your area. Checking for loose electrical connections first is worthwhile before purchasing any parts.

Turn both the mode selector and the temperature selector to the OFF position. Then press and hold the light button for at least 3 seconds until SFSF clears from the display. Once the display is clear, you can return the oven to normal use or re-enter Sabbath mode manually. If the code returns without an obvious cause such as a power outage, have the control board inspected.

A standard power reset by unplugging the oven or cycling the breaker will not clear SFSF. The code requires a specific button sequence: set both selectors to OFF, then press and hold the light button for at least 3 seconds. This is the correct procedure for clearing the Sabbath Failure notification from the display.