Maytag Oven Error Code F1E2

F1E2 on a Maytag oven means the lower oven's RTD temperature sensor circuit has not been calibrated on the main control board, causing the board to lock up. RTD stands for Resistance Temperature Detector, which is how the oven monitors lower cavity temperature. The fault points directly to the main control board's internal A/D converter losing or never receiving its calibration data. The board must be replaced to resolve this error.

No, resetting the oven by cycling power will not clear F1E2 permanently. Because the fault is caused by corrupted or missing calibration data stored inside the main control board, the error will return as soon as the board attempts to read the lower oven temperature. Only replacing the control board with a properly calibrated unit will resolve the fault.

The cost depends primarily on the price of the replacement main control board and labor if you hire a technician. Control boards for Maytag ovens typically range from $150 to $350 or more depending on the specific model. Professional labor to diagnose and install the board can add $100 to $200 to that total, so the full repair cost often falls somewhere in the range of $200 to $500.

The required repair is replacing the main control board, which involves disconnecting power to the range and handling internal electrical components. A knowledgeable DIYer comfortable with appliance disassembly can perform this repair, but if you are unsure about working with oven wiring, hiring a qualified technician is the safer choice. There is no software reset or recalibration step that can substitute for the board replacement.

You should not rely on the lower oven for cooking while F1E2 is active. The control board is in a locked-up state and cannot accurately read or regulate lower oven temperature, which means the oven may not heat correctly or may behave unpredictably. Discontinue use of the lower oven until the control board has been replaced.