Maytag Range Error Code F8

The F8 code means the control board has detected a shorted or stuck function key on the control panel. When this condition persists for 16 seconds, the range sounds an alarm and shuts down to a non-cook mode. A key side effect is that the Cancel key also stops responding, so the error cannot be cleared through the panel. Power must be disconnected before the range can be serviced.

No. The range has already entered a non-cook mode in response to the fault, and the control system is not functioning normally. Continuing to use the appliance without addressing the fault is not recommended. Disconnect power and have the range inspected before attempting to cook again.

Repair costs depend on which component has failed. A replacement membrane keypad or touchpad assembly typically runs in the range of $50 to $150 for the part alone, while a main control board can cost $100 to $300 or more. Adding professional labor will increase the total, generally bringing the full repair into the $150 to $500 range depending on the specific part needed and local labor rates.

Cutting power will silence the alarm and temporarily reset the control, but if the underlying short in the keypad or ribbon cable has not been corrected, the F8 code will return once the range is powered back on and the short is detected again. A reset is only a starting point for diagnosis, not a permanent fix.

Start by disconnecting power completely. Then inspect the keypad for moisture, debris, or visible damage, and check the ribbon cable for pinching or worn insulation. In most cases the membrane keypad assembly needs to be replaced. If the keypad and cable are intact, the main control board may need to be tested or replaced by a qualified technician.