Whirlpool Range Error Code F0: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Whirlpool range error code F0 means: Default F code-no failure. The F0 code displays if there are no previous fault codes and you hold the CANCEL key for 5 seconds. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Whirlpool range error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	F0
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool range
System	Control / electronics
Meaning (service chart)	Default F code-no failure. The F0 code displays if there are no previous fault codes and you hold the CANCEL key for 5 seconds. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538
Source document	Whirlpool range error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code F0 means on a Whirlpool range

Default F code-no failure. The F0 code displays if there are no previous fault codes and you hold the CANCEL key for 5 seconds. [1]

This is a control / electronics code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Whirlpool range error code F0 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Whirlpool range error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (F0) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your range and order the right parts.
Clear the code at the controls. Press CANCEL to clear the display.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F0 comes back after these checks, stop using the range for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Whirlpool range error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No parts needed

When to call a technician

Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F0 mean on a Whirlpool range?

The Whirlpool range error-code chart lists F0 as follows: Default F code-no failure. The F0 code displays if there are no previous fault codes and you hold the CANCEL key for 5 seconds.

Is it safe to keep using the range with F0?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Whirlpool range error F0 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Whirlpool range error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Whirlpool.