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Kenmore Range Error Code END

A timed function (timer, cook time, or self-clean) has completed

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A timed function (timer, cook time, or self-clean) has completed. The control beeps 3 times every 30 seconds as a reminder.

First step from the service manual

Press Timer Set/Off to silence the timer reminder, or press STOP to acknowledge completion of a cooking function.

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What END means on a Kenmore range

The 'End' display on a Kenmore range is a status notification, not a fault code. The oven control board uses this indicator to signal that a timed bake or self-clean cycle has run its full programmed duration and the oven has automatically shut off. The control board monitors the cycle timer and, upon reaching zero, cuts power to the bake or broil elements (or the high-heat self-clean lock sequence) and posts 'End' to confirm the cycle completed normally.

For homeowners, seeing 'End' on the display simply means the oven did exactly what it was programmed to do. If you set a timed bake for a roast or ran a self-clean cycle, the oven finished that cycle and turned itself off. The display holds 'End' so you know the cycle is done rather than leaving the screen blank.

No repair is needed when this display appears. Pressing the STOP pad clears 'End' from the display and returns the control board to showing the current time of day. If 'End' appears when you did not set a timed cycle, the control board may have retained a previous cycle setting or experienced a minor glitch, and pressing STOP will still resolve it.

Source: manufacturer service documentation.

Common causes of END

  1. 01

    Timed bake cycle completed normally

    Wiring / connection

    The oven ran a user-programmed timed bake for the full set duration. The control board shut off the heating elements automatically and posted 'End' to confirm completion.

  2. 02

    Self-clean cycle completed normally

    Wiring / connection

    A self-clean cycle ran its full high-heat sequence and the oven cooled to the point where the control board released the door lock and posted 'End' to signal the process was finished.

  3. 03

    Retained cycle setting after power interruption

    Wiring / connection

    A brief power fluctuation or outage can cause the control board to resume or misread a previously stored timed cycle, triggering 'End' on the display unexpectedly when power is restored.

  4. 04

    Control board memory glitch

    Part replacement

    In rare cases, the control board retains a cycle state in memory without a corresponding user-set cycle, causing 'End' to display on startup. If pressing STOP does not clear the display and it returns repeatedly without a cycle being set, the control board may need replacement.

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Frequently asked questions about END

What does End mean on a Kenmore range?
'End' means a timed bake or self-clean cycle has completed and the oven has automatically shut itself off. The control board posts this message so you know the cycle finished rather than leaving the display blank. Press the STOP pad to clear it and return the display to the current time of day.
How do I clear End on my Kenmore range?
Press the STOP pad once. This clears the 'End' message from the control board display and returns the oven to showing the time of day. No reset procedure or power cycling is required in most cases.
Is it safe to use my Kenmore range when End is showing on the display?
'End' is not a fault or error condition, so there is no safety concern associated with it. The oven has simply shut off after completing a cycle. Once you press STOP to clear the display, you can use the range normally for any cooking function immediately.
Why does End keep appearing on my Kenmore range when I haven't set a timed cycle?
This can happen if the control board retained a timed cycle setting through a power interruption or has a minor memory glitch. Pressing STOP should clear it. If 'End' reappears on its own repeatedly without any cycle being programmed, the control board may have a fault and could need replacement, which typically costs between $150 and $350 for the part depending on the Kenmore model.
How much does it cost to fix the End code on a Kenmore range?
'End' is a normal completion notification and costs nothing to clear since you simply press the STOP pad. If the display cannot be cleared or the code returns persistently without a programmed cycle, a faulty control board is the likely cause. Control board replacement parts for Kenmore ranges generally run $100 to $300, with professional labor adding $100 to $200 depending on your area.

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