Maytag Cooktop Error Code 2 LEDs flash

The 2 LEDs flash pattern indicates a hardware watchdog error on the cooktop's power board. This error is only displayed after the user locks the cooktop, and it disables all cooking element operation with no audible alarm. It signals an internal failure within the power board's processor or watchdog circuit, and the board will need to be replaced to restore normal operation.

No, the cooktop should not be used while this error is present. When the hardware watchdog error is active, all cooking elements are disabled by the control system. Attempting to use the cooktop or bypassing the fault is not recommended, as the power board is in a compromised state.

Repair costs will depend on the specific power board part price and labor rates in your area. Power board replacements on cooktops typically range from around $150 to $400 or more when factoring in both parts and professional labor. Getting a quote from a certified appliance technician before proceeding is advisable to compare repair cost against the value of the unit.

The required repair is replacement of the power board, which involves working with high-voltage components inside the cooktop. While experienced DIYers comfortable with appliance repair may be able to complete the replacement, most homeowners should contact a qualified technician. There are no external components or wiring connections to adjust that would resolve this specific fault.

Cycling power to the cooktop may temporarily clear the LED display, but it will not resolve the underlying hardware watchdog fault on the power board. If the board's processor or watchdog circuit is damaged, the error will return. The only reliable fix is replacing the power board.