Kenmore Range Error Code E44

The E44 error code on a Kenmore range indicates that the cooktop control board has detected a fault condition within one of the cooking zone pairs. The cooktop control module continuously monitors each cooking zone for proper electrical behavior, including expected resistance values, relay switching performance, and feedback signals from the heating elements. When the control detects an out-of-range or unexpected condition in a zone pair, it triggers E44 and halts normal operation to prevent potential damage or unsafe conditions.

Cooktop cooking zones are often grouped in pairs because they share control circuitry, relay outputs, or power switching components on the control board. A fault in this paired zone circuit can originate from a failed heating element, a malfunctioning relay on the control board, damaged wiring or connectors between the board and the elements, or an internal failure within the control module itself. Intermittent faults caused by heat-related connector degradation or loose terminal connections are also common contributors.

Because E44 points to a zone-pair fault rather than a single element, diagnosis typically involves inspecting the wiring harness connections at both the cooktop elements and the control board, checking each element in the affected pair for continuity, and evaluating the control board for visible damage such as burned relay contacts or scorched traces. If the error persists after a power reset, further hands-on diagnosis or component replacement will be necessary.