Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF1-L
ApplianceRange
On a Maytag range, F1-L means the oven temperature sensor, the control or the associated wiring may be at fault. The code belongs to the general range list and is not limited to a series.
Try this reset first
Open the breaker panel and switch the range’s breaker to off.
Wait one full minute.
Flip the breaker back on.
Watch the oven display for a minute; F1-L should stay away.
Check that the oven runs as it should.
When F1-L stays on the display
If the message is still there, Maytag points to service for the range. Nothing else is suggested for the owner to try, because the possible causes sit inside the sensor, control and wiring.
Other range codes to compare
F1-H has an identical sensor, control and wiring explanation.
Our team covers Maytag range repair in San Francisco and nearby Bay Area cities. Have F1-L written down, plus the model number, before you dial (415) 649-2156, and mention that the breaker was already switched off and on.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F1-L may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
F1-L points to a possible oven temperature sensor, control or wiring problem.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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