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Maya Ortiz Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
F3E2 Temperature or Warming Drawer Sensor
Error codeF3E2 Temperature or Warming Drawer Sensor
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Quick answer
F3E2 on a Whirlpool range. There may be a problem with the Oven Temperature Sensor, the Warming Drawer Sensor (if so equipped), or the associated wiring.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F3E2 Temperature or Warming Drawer Sensor may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
There may be a problem with the Oven Temperature Sensor, the Warming Drawer Sensor (if so equipped), or the associated wiring.
F3E2 on the display of a Whirlpool range is described as a possible problem with the Oven Temperature Sensor, the Warming Drawer Sensor (if so equipped), or the associated wiring; it is listed for ranges.
The power reset
Take the oven off power for one (1) minute using the breaker. Switch the breaker back on. Stay with the oven for one (1) minute and look for a repeat of F3E2. Then run the oven to verify it works.
Codes that sit close to F3E2:
F3E1: the neighbour that mentions the sensor and its wiring
For a Los Angeles Whirlpool Range that still shows F3E2, ring (310) 448-6692. It helps to know the model number and to say what you tried. Visit Whirlpool Range repair.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
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Important
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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