Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF1 E6
ApplianceWall Oven
A thermistor or sensor in the microwave section is the item named for F1 E6 on Maytag wall ovens, along with the wiring tied to it. Only an inspection can say more.
Steps that come first
Take power from the oven by switching its breaker(s) off, and count one minute.
Restore power with the breaker(s).
Spend one minute watching for F1 E6 to return.
Test that the oven works.
What it means if F1 E6 stays
The next move is a technician visit, because the sensor and its wiring need hands-on checking.
Comparable codes
Also see F1 E5 for the microwave inverter and magnetron tube, F1 E4 for the microwave appliance manager or power relay, and F1 E3 for the microwave appliance manager.
Booking oven service in San Francisco
You can set up Maytag wall oven repair anywhere in the Bay Area by calling (415) 649-2156. Keep the F1 E6 code, the model number and notes on your breaker reset beside the phone.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F1 E6 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 thermistor or sensor, 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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