Kenmore Range Error Code F1-E1

F1-E1 indicates an EEPROM checksum failure on the electronic control board. The control board's memory chip has stored data that does not pass the board's own integrity check, usually as a result of power line noise, a voltage surge, or a lightning event. The range flags this fault to alert you that its operating parameters may be unreliable.

Unplugging the range or disconnecting it from power may temporarily clear the fault, but if the EEPROM data is genuinely corrupted, the F1-E1 code will return once the control runs its diagnostic routine again. A persistent F1-E1 that survives power cycling indicates the control board needs to be replaced, not simply reset.

The cost depends primarily on the price of the replacement control board and whether you hire a technician or perform the repair yourself. Control board replacement parts for Kenmore ranges typically range from around 150 to 400 dollars depending on the model. Adding professional labor, the total repair cost generally falls somewhere between 200 and 550 dollars, though prices vary by region and service provider.

The recommended repair is to disconnect power to the range, replace the electronic control board, and then restore power. A mechanically inclined homeowner comfortable with appliance disassembly can perform this repair, but it does require sourcing the correct replacement control board for your specific model. If you are uncertain about working with appliance electronics, a qualified technician is advisable.

Because the F1-E1 fault indicates the control board's memory data cannot be confirmed as accurate, the range's calibration and safety-related settings may be unreliable. It is best to avoid using the range until the control board has been inspected and replaced if necessary. Continued operation with corrupted control data could result in unpredictable behavior.