Whirlpool Range Error Code F2/E5: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Whirlpool range error code F2/E5 means: Cancel key is defective. [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	F2/E5
Also shown as	F2/E6
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool range
System	Control / electronics
Meaning (service chart)	Cancel key is defective. [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 F2/E5 means on a Whirlpool range

Cancel key is defective. [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 F2/E5 (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 (F2/E5) 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.
Do a power reset. Disconnect power or unplug the range.
Clear the code at the controls. Restore electrical power to the range and press CANCEL.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If F2/E5 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.

Keypad
Electronic oven control (EOC)

When to call a technician

Reconnect the keypad wire harness if loose.
If the error code returns after 60 seconds, a technician should replace the keypad.
If the problem persists, a technician should replace the electronic oven control.
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 F2/E5 mean on a Whirlpool range?

The Whirlpool range error-code chart lists F2/E5 as follows: Cancel key is defective.

Is it safe to keep using the range with F2/E5?

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

Can I fix Whirlpool range error F2/E5 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.

Is F2/E6 the same as F2/E5?

Yes. The source chart lists F2/E6 with the same meaning as F2/E5; the display format depends on the model.

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.