Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF1 E3
ApplianceWall Oven
Answer in brief
F1 E3 is a message shown by Maytag wall ovens. Maytag words it as a possible problem with the microwave appliance manager, or the associated wiring. It is a possibility rather than a verified fault.
Power cycle, step by step
Shut off the circuit breaker(s) serving the oven and keep them off for sixty seconds.
Throw the breaker(s) back on.
Keep the display in view for a minute and note whether the message returns.
Finally, make sure the oven operates.
If F1 E3 shows up again
A returning code after the reset points to a technician visit for the oven.
Neighbouring entries
Compare F1 E2 (microwave user interface), F1 E4 (microwave appliance manager or power relay) and F1 E1 (oven appliance manager control).
Wall oven repair for San Francisco homes
If the oven keeps showing F1 E3, a visit can be arranged for anywhere in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Call (415) 649-2156 and mention Maytag wall oven repair; the code, your model number and the reset you tried help a lot.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F1 E3 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
The microwave appliance manager or its wiring may have a 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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