KitchenAid Cooktop Error Code F-60

F-60 indicates a Type 3 User Interface failure, meaning the control panel assembly has stopped functioning and is no longer communicating properly with the cooktop's control system. As a result, the cooktop disables itself entirely to prevent unsafe operation. The fault requires replacement of the User Interface board to restore normal function.

A power reset is unlikely to permanently clear F-60 because it is classified as a Type 3 UI failure, indicating a definitive hardware fault rather than a temporary or transient condition. While disconnecting power is the first step in the diagnostic process, it is done to safely allow board replacement, not to reset the error. If the UI board has genuinely failed, the error will return after power is restored.

Repair costs depend on your specific model and whether you hire a technician or replace the part yourself. A replacement User Interface board typically ranges from around $80 to $250 or more depending on the model. Adding professional labor for diagnosis and installation, total repair costs generally fall in the range of $150 to $400. Getting a quote from a certified technician before proceeding is recommended.

Before replacing any parts, you can check that all wiring harness connections to the UI board are secure and free of corrosion. However, if the UI board itself has failed, it must be physically replaced, which involves disassembling the cooktop control panel. Technicians with experience in appliance electronics can perform this repair, but homeowners who are not comfortable working with appliance wiring should hire a professional.

No, the cooktop is not safe to use in this condition, and in fact it will not operate at all when F-60 is active. The appliance intentionally disables all cooking functions when this fault is detected. Do not attempt to bypass the fault or force the cooktop to operate until the UI board has been inspected and replaced.